Focus Mid-South

Ray Rico, a Latinx advocate, owns a digital marketing agency and publishes Focus LGBT magazine, amplifying LGBTQ+ voices in Tennessee and the Mid-South. He champions HIV advocacy, fighting stigma and discrimination. Through his work, Ray strives for a more inclusive society.
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Queer Indie Memphis Guide

The Indie Memphis 2023 Film Festival is almost here! This year it returns October 24-29th, and will take place at various locations across town: Crosstown Theater, Circuit Playhouse, Hattiloo Theatre,

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October 17, 2023
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Unique Regional Places to Visit

Bowling Green + Western Kentucky Recommended by Shahin Samiei “There are so many caves out there (including the popular Mammoth Cave National Park). There is a lot of kitsch and

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September 28, 2023
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Prism Pages No. 9

Below is the 9th installment of The Prism Pages that was featured in the September + October “Go!” Issue. Original poetry by the talented Lena Chipman and Elaina Nicholas. Enjoy!

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September 12, 2023
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Prism Pages No. 8

Below is the 8th installment of The Prism Pages that was featured in the July + August “Green” Issue. Original poetry by the talented Leion De Haro, Salamander Brandy and

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August 3, 2023
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Trans Pride Week Events 6/11-6/15

JennaOnFire Productions has announced several upcoming events for Trans Pride Week, 6/11-6/15. First up, we have Pollys Playground: A Family-Friendly Drag Show on Sunday, June 11th! $10 cover charge per

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June 6, 2023
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Prism Pages No. 7

Below is the 7th installment of The Prism Pages that was featured in the May + June “Chosen Family” Issue. Original poetry by the talented Whitney Carter, William Smythe and

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June 5, 2023